2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (296 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi Q7 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | Q7 | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
